Author: Vanessa Choot

As a lifelong Vancouverite, there’s a pride and joy that comes from being one of the first to discover something new in your city – and then sharing about that experience. That’s the feeling that’s fueled Vanessa Choot’s passion for blogging and content creation on her Canadian lifestyle blog modernmixvancouver.com. Since 2008, Vanessa has kept her readers and followers ‘in the know’ on local happenings, facilitating for the discovery and support of brands, businesses, and experiences available in Vancouver. Vanessa combines her expertise in living a modern Vancouver lifestyle with an approachable relatability that inspires her followers to think – hey, if she can do it, I can too! It’s no surprise that most of the content on Modern Mix Vancouver is influenced by Vanessa’s tastes and interests. So get to know her likes and dislikes for a sense of what Modern Mix Vancouver can bring to you!

EVENT: YAMATO Drummers of Japan Vancouver Debuts “Bakuon” at QE Theatre (Feb 6)

For one night only, Yamato, The Drummers of Japan, will take Taiko drumming to new heights with its debut performance of Bakuon in Vancouver at Queen Elizabeth Theatre.

Travel Panama: The Oreba Organic Cacoa Farm Tour in Bocas Del Toro

Spending a leisurely five days in Bocas Del Toro, Panama, the Oreba Organic Cacoa Farm Tour kept popping up as a must-do in this region. For $30USD, you can take a half-day tour of a cacao farm, completely run by the indigenous Ngabe farmers, while getting an informative, interactive lesson on botany, ecology, wildlife and a hands-on lesson in chocolate making.

Vancouver’s One-Stop Shop for European Booties at Ella Shoes

You may have seen brands like Hispanitas , Pikolinos, Chie Mihara, Gadea and Wonders from travelling abroad, but these Spanish brands are found few and far in between in Vancouver.

Vancouver’s Karma Athletics Opens at Oakridge Centre

Vancouver’s Karma Athletics Opens at Oakridge Centre, with a focus on made-in-Vancouver women’s fitness apparel for yoga, run, spin and dance.

Gift Wrapping for the Holidays with PAPYRUS

It’s mid-December, and I am quite pleased that I am nearly done my Christmas shopping! When it comes to gift giving, I agree that it’s the thought that counts. (I hand-knitted my mom a chunky infinity scarf this year – it took me two weeks to complete!). However, the reality is, the packaging of a gift, […]

Best Buy’s Trade-In Program Offers Vancouverites Gift Cards for Used Electronic Devices

Trade-in your gently used cellphone and other electronic devices in three easy steps at Best Buy.